Moby

Music artist and electronic musician

Moby - Music artist and electronic musician
Born

September 11th, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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This individual is a musician and DJ recognized for contributions to electronic music. The career began in the early 1990s, achieving widespread recognition with the album 'Play' in 1999, which was one of the first albums to have every track licensed for use in film and television. The album reached multi-platinum sales, establishing a significant presence in the music industry. This artist has also engaged in activism, particularly regarding animal rights and environmental issues.

Released the album 'Play' in 1999

Achieved multi-platinum sales

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